dear expectant mother
Thank you for taking the time to get to know us. We do not know the circumstances that have led you to this place, but please know we are praying for you, your child, and your family. We are grateful to be considered to love and cherish your precious child. We are already parents, so we know words cannot express the love between parents and their child.
If you choose us, we promise to love and care for your child unconditionally. We will provide them with a loving and caring family filled with laughter and countless hours of fun. There will never be a day that goes by when they will wonder if they are loved. We promise to provide a home where they will thrive and always be supported, loved, and cheered on. We promise to stand by them and teach them all about what life has to offer and to always look to God.
Please know your child will always know how much you love them and how selfless you were to make the brave decision to place them for adoption. All children are gifts, and you would be giving us the greatest gift imaginable by adding to our family. Ricky will be beyond blessed to have your child as his sibling. We are excited to welcome another child into our home, and we look forward to the journey ahead.
With love,
Michael & Richlyn
About Us
Michael is one of the kindest, silliest, and most caring people Richlyn has ever met. He loves helping on the family farms, watching his favorite sports teams, and the outdoors. He is a natural leader, excelling at building relationships and connecting with others. Michael looks forward to passing on his skills in woodworking and truck work to our children.
Richlyn is the most genuine person in Michael’s life. He loves her kind heart and love for others. She is an amazing cook and baker. She is always coming up with fun activities for kids, whether that is cooking, crafting, or an outdoor activity. Richlyn’s love for teaching Sunday school reflects her passion for nurturing and guiding young minds.
Our son is sweet, silly, and eager to learn and enjoys outdoor activities like fishing, swimming, and “working” on the farm. He will be an amazing, loving big brother.
We cherish experiencing life together and trying new activities. With love and laughter, we try to create lasting memories and a bright future for our family.
Our Home & Pets
We love our home that is in a rural area surrounded by fields. Inside, our son enjoys his toy room, cuddling on the couch with books, and helping us cook in our spacious kitchen. Our large yard offers plenty of space for fun—running in the grass, playing on the playset, or riding bikes in the driveway. We have a garden we love picking fresh produce from. Our neighborhood is safe and has a strong sense of community. The closest town is eight miles away and offers a selection of restaurants and parks. Our small school district is filled with opportunities for children in sports, music, agriculture, and academics. We have two friendly dogs, Dolly and Annie, who LOVE kids and will be great companions for your child.
Our Extended Family
Family means everything to us. We both come from big, loving families. Michael is the oldest of four, and Richlyn is one of five siblings. Our parents and grandparents all live within three miles of each other, so we spend a lot of time with them. Most of our siblings live close to us as well, so we get to see our twelve nephews and nieces often. Every holiday we get together with everyone, have big meals, and spend time visiting, playing games, and laughing a lot. Each Christmas season, everyone comes over to our house to make and decorate dozens of Christmas cookies. The kids LOVE it! During the summer, a lot of time is spent fishing and having fish fries or cookouts at our parents’ houses. Our families are extremely supportive of us adopting and are very excited to welcome another precious blessing into their lives!
Our Adoption Story
Growing up three miles from each other, we went to the same small school, had the same interests, and built a great friendship that turned into love. Michael was the shier one, so when he asked Richlyn to prom, she was ecstatic. We’ve been together for over seventeen years and happily married for eleven now.
We’ve loved each other since we were teenagers, and because we’ve shared the same morals, hobbies, and dreams, we have always wanted to have a family of our own. We love our son more and more each day, and these last few years have been the best of our lives. We’ve dreamed of hearing our children giggling together and building relationships that will endure. We are very excited to not only have another child to love but for our son to have a sibling to love and have an amazing relationship with.
Fun Facts
About Richlyn
| Occupation | Farm Bureau manager |
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| Education | Bachelor’s |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Ice cream, Italian, seafood |
| Favorite Hobby | Baking/cooking |
| Favorite Movie | The Notebook |
| Favorite Sport | Basketball, football |
| Favorite Holiday | Christmas |
| Favorite TV Show | Friends |
| Favorite Tradition | Christmas cookies, holidays with families |
| Dream Vacation | Hawaii, drive across the U.S. |
About Michael
| Occupation | Fabrication technician |
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| Education | Bachelor’s |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Cheeseburger |
| Favorite Hobby | Woodworking |
| Favorite Movie | Rio Bravo |
| Favorite Sport | Football |
| Favorite Holiday | Thanksgiving |
| Favorite TV Show | The Office |
| Favorite Tradition | Family gatherings |
| Dream Vacation | Normandy, France |
Contact Richlyn & Michael
Choose a Family for
Your Baby With Confidence
As you browse our list of hopeful adoptive parents, you can feel confident in knowing that all of the adoptive families working with Angel Adoption are prepared to offer your baby a safe, stable, and loving environment along with a wealth of opportunities for a happy and fulfilling life.
Each adoptive parent has been thoroughly evaluated through a home study course conducted by a licensed agency. A completed home study means the family is emotionally, physically, and financially ready to adopt a baby.
The home study process includes assessments of each parent’s character, marital stability, financial situation, lifestyle, and medical history. The agency also runs background checks to verify there is no record of criminal activity or child abuse. In addition, a social worker will inspect the family’s home to ensure it is a safe environment for a child.
Furthermore, Angel Adoption requires each family to be educated on adopting and parenting. After a baby has been placed with the adoptive family, a social worker will continue to monitor and supervise the family. We go to great lengths to make sure all the families you have to choose from are going to be excellent parents for your baby!
Not sure how to start? See our How to Choose an Adoptive Family resource page.
If you need more help, you’re always welcome to contact us any time!